colonial period, ca. 1600-1775

Provides information about the jobs people had during colonial times in America, how they learned the skills they needed, how jobs were chosen, and how modern work compares with that of the colonists.

"Offers 12 different views on the waves of European settlers during colonial times. Each page provides information about what happened during European colonization and how it affected different people, along with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images."--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life of Phillis Wheatley, a girl brought from Senengal to Boston as a slave in 1761 who played a role in the events of the American Revolution, and grew up to become a renowned poet.

A critical examination of major American authors ranging from the colonial period to the turn of the eighteenth century.

A biography of an African girl brought to New England as a slave in 1761 who became famous on both sides of the Atlantic as the first Black poet in America.

Looks at the life of African American poet and slave Phillis Wheatley.

Students learn about colonial America by connecting the people, places, and stories from the past with the stories, art, and culture of the modern world through live action, animation, and interviews.